Description
These McGriddle Bites are a delightful breakfast treat combining fluffy pancake batter with savory sausage and melted cheddar cheese, all baked into bite-sized muffins with a touch of sweet maple syrup. Perfect for a quick, shareable morning snack or brunch appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups Hungry Jack Pancake Mix
Wet Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups water
- ¼ cup maple syrup
Other Ingredients
- 1 lb breakfast sausage
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook Sausage: Brown the breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat until fully cooked and no longer pink inside. Drain off any excess grease thoroughly and set the sausage aside to cool slightly.
- Make Batter: Prepare the pancake batter by mixing 2 cups of Hungry Jack Pancake Mix with 1 ½ cups of water according to the package directions. Once smooth, fold the cooked sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, and ¼ cup of maple syrup into the batter, mixing until evenly combined.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin pan to prevent sticking. Spoon the batter into each mini muffin cup, filling them about 3/4 full to allow room for rising. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until the bites are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Serve: Remove the McGriddle Bites from the oven and let them cool just enough to handle. Serve warm with additional maple syrup on the side for dipping to enhance the sweet and savory flavors.
Notes
- Ensure to drain the sausage grease well for a less oily final product.
- Use mini muffin pans for perfectly sized bite-sized treats; regular muffin tins will give a different texture and size.
- For a crispier edge, bake a minute or two longer, watching closely to avoid burning.
- These bites can be reheated in a toaster oven or microwave for a quick breakfast later in the week.
- Feel free to substitute cheddar cheese with other cheeses like pepper jack or mozzarella for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
